Quotes about Nuclear Power

All the waste in a year from a nuclear power plant can be stored under a desk. Votes: 4

I have heard that the Saudi Arabians are paying Greenpeace to campaign against Nuclear Power. It wouldn't surprise me at all. Votes: 4

No one in the United States has become seriously ill or has died because of any kind of accident at a civilian nuclear power plant. Votes: 4

As a nuclear power - as the only nuclear power to have used a nuclear weapon - the United States has a moral responsibility to act. Votes: 4

Nuclear is not only emissions-free, but renewing our commitment to nuclear power will create countless jobs at a time when our nation endures nearly double-digit unemployment. Votes: 4

Every dollar spent on nuclear is one less dollar spent on clean renewable energy and one more dollar spent on making the world a comparatively dirtier and a more dangerous place, because nuclear power and nuclear weapons go hand in hand. Votes: 4

For 50 years, nuclear power stations have produced three products which only a lunatic could want: bomb-explosive plutonium, lethal radioactive waste and electricity so dear it has to be heavily subsidised. They leave to future generations the task, and most of the cost, of making safe sites that have been polluted half-way to eternity. Votes: 4

There is a driving force more powerful than steam, electricity and nuclear power: the will. Votes: 3

Russia and China also cooperate in mechanical engineering, high-speed railway transportation, lumber processing, nuclear energy production and so on. We have built the Tianwan Nuclear Power Plant. Two units are already operational and are showing good results. Votes: 3

Nuclear power is not a miracle key for the future. Votes: 2

But the nuclear powers still cling tenaciously to their weapons. Votes: 2

Nuclear power is one hell of a way to boil water Votes: 2

Nuclear power is an important part of our domestic fuel mix. Votes: 2

All UK nuclear power stations should be shut down without delay. Votes: 2

A nuclear power reactor is just a fancy way of boiling water. Votes: 2

I think we should stop using nuclear power plants because it's an old system that we can't control. Votes: 2

A nuclear power plant is infinently safer than eating, because 300 people choke to death on food every year. Votes: 2

The idea that the growing demand for energy worldwide can be met with energy from nuclear power is nonsense. Votes: 2

A pound invested in energy efficiency buys seven times more energy solution than a pound invested in nuclear power. Votes: 2

We should remember that there are nations which meet more than 30 to 60% of their power requirements through the nuclear power system. Votes: 2

Nuclear power plants must be prepared to withstand everything from earthquakes to tsunamis, from fires to floods to acts of terrorism. Votes: 2

We should remember that there are nations which meet more than 30 to 60% of their power requirements through the nuclear power system. Votes: 2

While many technological measures can be taken to secure safety at nuclear power plants, such measures on their own cannot cover great risks. Votes: 2

One thing you can say about nuclear power: the people who believe it is the silver bullet for America's energy problems never give up. Votes: 2

Nuclear power will help provide the electricity that our growing economy needs without increasing emissions. This is truly an environmentally responsible source of energy. Votes: 2

Nuclear power will help provide the electricity that our growing economy needs without increasing emissions. This is truly an environmentally responsible source of energy. Votes: 2

The oil companies regard nuclear power as their rival, who will reduce their profits, so they put out a lot of disinformation about nuclear power. Votes: 2

In shuttering Yucca Mountain, Obama makes it extremely likely that nuclear power in the United States will continue its long, slow, and extremely welcome death. Votes: 2

The use of military force against Iran would be very dangerous. It would be very provocative. The only thing worse would be Iran being a nuclear power. Votes: 2

Nuclear power plants built in the areas usually thought of as earthquake zones, such as the California coastline, have a surprisingly low risk of damage from those earthquakes. Why? They built anticipating a major quake. Votes: 2

With the terrible earthquake and resulting tsunami that have devastated Japan, the only good news is that anyone exposed to excess radiation from the nuclear power plants is now probably much less likely to get cancer. Votes: 2

Whether the issue was black political power or nuclear power, Scott-Heron didn't mince words. His comeback record, 'I'm New Here,' doesn't mince words either, but instead of political battles, these songs suggest he's fighting personal ones. Votes: 2

If we are to meet the growing electricity demand in the United States without significantly increasing emissions of greenhouse gases, we must maintain a diverse supply of electricity, and nuclear power must be part of that mix. Votes: 2

One of the deadliest issues is the nuclear radiation pouring from every nuclear power station in the world. With every atomic process and experimentation that is going on, high-level nuclear radiation is pouring out at the highest level. Votes: 2

When I started walking and I looked down and I saw on the floor this water, which looked like, you know, water in your basement except it happened to be in the auxiliary building of a nuclear power plant. Votes: 2

If nuclear power plants are safe, let the commerical insurance industry insure them. Until these most expert judges of risk are willing to gamble with their money, I'm not willing to gamble with the health and safety of my family. Votes: 2

When you look at the number of nuclear power plants in China and India, we can't afford not to pursue similar alternative energy sources. If we do not, it would do immense harm to the manufacturing industry in the Midwest. Votes: 2

We must not let ourselves be swept off our feet in horror at the danger of nuclear power. Nuclear power is not infinitely dangerous. It's just dangerous, much as coal mines, petrol repositories, fossil-fuel burning and wind turbines are dangerous. Votes: 2

And also, we are providing, you know, a nuclear power plant in the north, two light water systems, so some 4 or 5 billion dollars we are providing to meet with North Korean requests on the condition North Korea will not produce a nuclear weapon. Votes: 2

The world has today 546 nuclear plants generating electricity. Their experience is being continuously researched, and feedback should be provided to all. Nuclear scientists have to interact with the people of the nation, and academic institutions continuously update nuclear power generation technology and safety. Votes: 2

What I am going to write is the last of what I have to say. I will say that literature is the only consciousness we possess and that its role as consciousness must inform us of our ability to comprehend the hideous danger of nuclear power. Votes: 2

Nuclear power is a young technology - there's so much more to be discovered. That's what makes it so exciting to me. Yes, there are problems, but innovative people are going to be able to come up with solutions and bring the technology to its full potential. Votes: 2

If we all used clotheslines, we could save 30 million tons of coal a year, or shut down 15 nuclear power plants. And you don't have to wait to start. Yours could be up by this afternoon. To be specific, buy 50 feet of clothesline and a $3 bag of clothespins and become a solar energy pioneer. Votes: 2

The most complex object in the known universe: brain, only uses 20 watts of power. It would require a nuclear power plant to energize a computer the size of a city block to mimic your brain, and your brain does it with just 20 watts. So if someone calls you a dim bulb, that's a compliment. Votes: 2

Underway on nuclear power. Votes: 0

I want a man with nuclear power. Votes: 0

Only nuclear power can now halt global warming. Votes: 0

Unfortunately, nuclear weapons have become identified with state power. Votes: 0

I can assure you we are a responsible nuclear power. Votes: 0

Nuclear power will be the Vietnam issue of the 1980s. Votes: 0

Today, nuclear power provides 20 percent of power in the United States. Votes: 0

Today, nuclear power provides 20 percent of power in the United States. Votes: 0

This nuclear option is ultimately an example of the arrogance of power. Votes: 0

Before Chernobyl or without Chernobyl the nuclear power was the safe thing. Votes: 0

We ought to be using nuclear power. It's a renewable source of energy. Votes: 0

The safest nuclear power or energy policy is to realize 'zero nuclear power. Votes: 0

I doubt nuclear power will play a much larger role than it does now. Votes: 0

The safest nuclear power or energy policy is to realize 'zero nuclear power.' Votes: 0

Reality is our best friend - everything indicates that nuclear power should be used more. Votes: 0

I'm afraid there's a big confusion in the world between nuclear power and nuclear arms. Votes: 0

There will be no support in the island of Ireland for building a nuclear power station. Votes: 0

Nuclear power is here to stay, and we need to support a strong domestic uranium industry. Votes: 0

I think, for me, nuclear is just the power, the devastation is very important to me. Votes: 0

We have every interest in seeing that the military use of nuclear power will be contained. Votes: 0

She [Hillary Clinton] wants to start an air war over Syria with Russia, a nuclear-armed power. Votes: 0

The emotional security and political stability in this country entitle us to be a nuclear power. Votes: 0

Nuclear arms and atomic power represent a technology in which coexistence with man is extremely difficult. Votes: 0

Nuclear power is here to stay, and we need to support a strong domestic uranium industry. Votes: 0

The only thing that really scales up apart from nuclear is solar power from other people's deserts. Votes: 0

For the first time ever, we have confronted in reality the sinister power of uncontrolled nuclear energy. Votes: 0

When decisions on nuclear power stations and runways are delayed and the government dilly-dallies, people think they aren't important. Votes: 0

It is possible for Japan to become the model of a society that does not rely on nuclear power. Votes: 0

We are categorically against any new military nuclear power, be it Iran, be it North Korea, be it anyone. Votes: 0

American nuclear weapons would almost certainly start being removed from Britain within 12 months of a Labour government gaining power. Votes: 0

We should not just consume hydrocarbon fuel but use it to develop nuclear energy, hydro power and renewable energy sources. Votes: 0

The only time I've been arrested was in opposing the Marble Hill nuclear power plant in Indiana. That was in 1979. Votes: 0

More than 30 of America's 100 nuclear power reactors have the same brand of General Electric reactors or containment system used in Fukushima. Votes: 0

Camera-phones are like nuclear power plants: bad people will turn them into evil, good people will put them to good use. Votes: 0

Impulsiveness is not a trait one would choose for a person with the power to launch the U.S. nuclear arsenal. Votes: 0

Language is as real, as tangible, in our lives as streets, pipelines, telephone switchboards, microwaves, radioactivity, cloning laboratories, nuclear power stations. Votes: 0

Anyone who says that Iran will commit suicide with its nuclear power is a moron and has no business in discussion. Votes: 0

We still live in a world where if you have nuclear weapons, you are buying power; you are buying insurance against attack. Votes: 0

Nuclear energy is a baseload - meaning it's power that you can run any time you want, day or night - and carbon-free. Votes: 0

Even when nuclear power plants go horribly wrong, they do less damage to the planet and its people than coal-burning stations operating normally. Votes: 0

Law not served by power is an illusion; but power not ruled by law is a menace which our nuclear age cannot afford. Votes: 0

Nuclear power and fossil fuels are the choices of the past. Renewable energy is the choice of the future that is here today. Votes: 0

By burning nuclear waste as fuel, we believe we can power the United States cleanly for hundreds of years without ever touching new resources. Votes: 0

I would like nuclear fusion to become a practical power source. It would provide an inexhaustible supply of energy, without pollution or global warming. Votes: 0

...with what we spent in Iraq we could build nuclear power plants and space solar power satellites and tell the Arabs to drink their oil. Votes: 0

I think my mom drove by a nuclear power plant when she was pregnant. But I wouldn't be in 'The Station Agent' if she hadn't. Votes: 0

Lunar mining is absolutely critical for the development of fusion sources. I'm a very strong proponent of the development of nuclear power, of fusion power. Votes: 0

One of the most important reasons for North Korea continuing its nuclear ambitions is to consolidate the power to stay within the Kim Jong Il family. Votes: 0

Every day Saddam remains in power with chemical weapons, biological weapons, and the development of nuclear weapons is a day of danger for the United States. Votes: 0

It's ridiculous that time and time again we need a radioactive cloud coming out of a nuclear power-station to remind us that atomic energy is extraordinarily dangerous. Votes: 0

Personally I would like to see that the nuclear age, in terms of power, does come, because there's no long-term future for developing countries without nuclear power. Votes: 0

America has the largest nuclear capability in the world. All this power neither prevented 9/11 nor helped to avenge it. How could it? Who would America have attacked? Votes: 0

When I go up there, I see coal lobbyists, oil lobbyists, natural gas lobbyists, nuclear power lobbyists, somehow they think that's where the action is in Congress. Votes: 0

India, in particular, is looking to develop nuclear power for domestic, commercial use, and we should work with them. This is a good deal for both countries. Votes: 0

The power to destroy the world by the use of nuclear weapons is a power that cannot be used-we cannot accept the idea of such monstrous immmorality. Votes: 0

The government is shutting down the coal industry, they say it's cheaper to draw nuclear power off the French grid and cheaper to buy coal from Colombia. Votes: 0

The government is shutting down the coal industry, they say it's cheaper to draw nuclear power off the French grid and cheaper to buy coal from Colombia. Votes: 0

If we are to assume that North Korea becomes a nuclear-power state, of course the danger of having an all-out nuclear war, that possibility is very slim. Votes: 0

Trying to win a power struggle is like trying to win a nuclear war. You may achieve your goal, but not without catastrophic casualties on both sides. Votes: 0

I've always been concerned about global warming. It seemed to me like working in nuclear power was a logical way to do something to help the environment. Votes: 0

Nuclear power must be dealt with irrationally. . . . Nuclear plants are carcinogens. Let's get that story out. . . . Their lies will catch up to them. We need endless Chernobyl reminders. Votes: 0

I hope to attend it as Japan needs to tell the world the lessons, knowledge and reflections learned from the nuclear crisis at the Fukushima No. 1 power plant. Votes: 0

Herman Cain was unaware that China is a nuclear power. And I said to myself, 'Hey, Herman, how about making an unwanted advance on a history book?' Votes: 0

Homeland defense doesn't generate any force requirements beyond having enough National Guard to save lives in natural disasters and to baby-sit nuclear power plants on Code Red days. Votes: 0

Electricity generation emits more carbon dioxide in the United States than does transportation or industry, and nuclear power is the largest source of carbon-free electricity in the country. Votes: 0

Israel will not tolerate Iran developing nuclear power, even if Iran claims it is for peaceful purposes. If there is an attack, oil prices will go through the roof. Votes: 0

I think we have to get bolder. Why after Fukushima didn't we all go out and shut down all the nuclear power plants and stay there until it happened? Votes: 0

The reduction of nuclear arsenals and the removal of the threat of worldwide nuclear destruction is a measure, in my judgment, ofthe power and strength of a great nation. Votes: 0

General Electric, NBC's parent, is one of the largest corporations in the world, with an anti-labor history of outsourcing jobs and with financial links to military and nuclear power industries. Votes: 0

I think there's something really poetic about using nuclear power to propel us to the stars, because the stars are giant fusion reactors. They're giant nuclear cauldrons in the sky. Votes: 0

Nuclear power has died of an incurable attack of market forces and is way beyond any hope of revival, because the competitors are several-fold cheaper and are getting rapidly more so. Votes: 0

People either buy nuclear power, nuclear reactors from outside, and don't train their own men, or they just don't go into nuclear power at all, they are so afraid of it. Votes: 0

Ernest Rutherford's 1908 Nobel Prize in Chemistry wasn't given for the nuclear power station - he wouldn't have survived that long - it was given for showing how interesting atomic physics could be. Votes: 0

Nuclear power, once regarded as petroleum's natural heir, has become less and less attractive as its numerous drawbacks come to light. Coal, the other fossil fuel, is ultimately as exhaustible as oil. Votes: 0

Over the next ten years, I predict, the mainstream of the environmental movement will reverse its opinion and activism in four major areas: population growth, urbaninzation, genetically engineered organisms, and nuclear power. Votes: 0

So, there's quite a big keep-out zone, and when you factor the keep-out zone into account, the solar panels put on that area would typically generate more power than that nuclear power plant. Votes: 0

The president can't tell you what we got. I'll tell you what the world got. The world has a burgeoning nuclear power that didn't, as the Soviets, say "we might defend ourselves in a war." Votes: 0